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Application Scientist
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Biochemical Scientist
- Reports to: R&D Team Leader
- Term: Full-time / Permanent
- Location: United Kingdom (onsite laboratory-based role)
- Salary Range: £45,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
About the Company
This organization harnesses advanced chemistry to deliver functional, scalable, and sustainable innovations for a cleaner, greener world. Using a proprietary surface modification platform, they develop thin-film coatings that enhance material performance across filtration, purification, separation, and bioprocessing applications.
Founded from over two decades of leading-edge academic and industrial research, the company has successfully transitioned breakthrough science into commercial technologies. Privately held and venture-backed, the team comprises scientists, engineers, and commercial specialists working collaboratively to bring advanced materials to market.
Role Overview
The Applications Scientist will play a pivotal role in research and development, supporting the growth and diversification of the company’s library of surface coating chemistries. This includes contributing to both internal R&D initiatives and external collaborations that extend the organization’s technology platform and intellectual property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct practical, lab-based research supporting current and emerging R&D programs.
- Contribute to extending the core chemistry platform and associated IP.
- Perform testing and analytical work across diverse materials and substrates (e.g., membrane purification, chromatography, surface-modified separation media).
- Evaluate technical results and propose further surface treatment developments.
- Undertake literature and market research to guide R&D directions.
- Prepare and review technical documentation such as development reports, process transfer documents, and SOPs.
- Participate in project planning for both internal and collaborative membrane separation projects.
- Operate laboratory equipment and, when necessary, train team members in new procedures.
- Collaborate with colleagues to optimize synthesis and development strategies.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Advanced degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or a related field with 3–5 years’ industry experience .
- Proven experience in polymeric membrane development and membrane separation processes .
- Strong hands-on background in organic synthesis , coating formulation , or surface chemistry .
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and practical, solution-oriented mindset.
- Solid understanding of chemical characterization techniques.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment .
- Excellent organizational, communication, and reporting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with ultrafiltration, microfiltration, and reverse osmosis systems.
- Track record of bringing a new product to market , ideally within filtration or separation technologies.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, organized, and detail-oriented, with a collaborative mindset and positive attitude. They balance scientific rigor with pragmatism and creativity, approaching challenges with resilience and humor.
Team members are expected to embody the company’s core values:
- Urgency – Drive progress with integrity and efficiency while maintaining quality.
- Value-Based Innovation – Focus on meaningful, scalable improvements that deliver measurable impact.
- Solutions-Oriented Thinking – Approach challenges with initiative and creativity, offering constructive solutions.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package (commensurate with experience)
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development
- Employee benefits including private healthcare, income protection, life assurance, and wellbeing support
- Lifestyle benefits such as gym discounts, tech purchase schemes, and cycle-to-work programs
Accessibility and Inclusion
This is a laboratory-based role that may involve occasional manual handling of materials and equipment. Reasonable adjustments will be made to support individuals with specific needs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer , committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and ensures fair treatment for all employees.
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Application Developer
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Responsible for advanced Power Systems Application software development and successful delivery of assigned functions to meet corporate project/product commitments. The responsibilities include: working with Electric Utilities or ISOs (Independent System Operators) and Transmission System Operators (TSOs) on functional software specifications, designing, coding, testing, integration, application tuning and delivery
• 5+ years of work experience in customizing and delivering Energy Management Systems preferbly e-terrra AEMS.
• 5 + years of experience with C++, Java or other related language.
• 5+ years of experience with GE’s AEMS Platform source design and development.
• 5+ years of experience with electric utility industry practices.
Application Architect
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Introduction
At IBM CIC, we provide technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients in the UK.
A career in IBM CIC means you'll have the opportunity to work with leading professionals across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. You will get the chance to deliver effective solutions, driving meaningful business change for our clients, using some of the latest technology platforms.
Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success here. You'll be encouraged and supported to constantly reinvent yourself, focusing on skills in demand in an ever changing market. You'll be working with diverse teams, coming up with creative solutions which impact a wide network of clients, who may be at their site or one of our CIC or IBM locations. Our culture of evolution centres on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.
We Offer
- Many training opportunities from classroom to e-learning, mentoring and coaching programs and the chance to gain industry recognized certifications
- Regular and frequent promotion opportunities to ensure you can drive and develop your career with us
- Feedback and checkpoints throughout the year
- Diversity & Inclusion as an essential and authentic component of our culture through our policies and process as well as our Employee Champion teams and support networks
- A culture where your ideas for growth and innovation are always welcome
- Internal recognition programs for peer-to-peer appreciation as well as from manager to employees
- Tools and policies to support your work-life balance from flexible working approaches, sabbatical programs, paid paternity leave, maternity leave and an innovative maternity returners scheme
- More traditional benefits, such as 25 days holiday (in addition to public holidays), private medical, dental & optical cover, online shopping discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, life assurance and a group personal pension plan of an additional 5% of your base salary paid by us monthly to save for your future
Your Role And Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Senior Application Architect specializing in Java and web technologies to lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and secure enterprise applications. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to our cutting-edge software development initiatives and play a pivotal role in our organization's digital transformation journey.
Responsibilities
- Architecture Design and Implementation: Design and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise application architectures using Java and web technologies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to comprehend business and technical requirements, translating them into effective application designs.
- Technical Leadership and Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of excellence and knowledge sharing.
- Technology Innovation and Improvement: Stay current with Java, web technologies, and emerging trends, driving innovation and continuous improvement in our application development practices.
- Problem Solving: Apply strong problem-solving skills to analyze complex systems, identify areas for optimization and improvement, and drive solutions.
- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Articulate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding of project objectives and progress.
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
- AWS and JavaScript Expertise: At least 3 years of hands-on experience with AWS (Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, etc.), CloudFormation, and JavaScript.
- Java and Web Technologies Proficiency: Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale enterprise applications using Java and web technologies. In-depth knowledge of Java frameworks like Spring and Hibernate, and web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks like React or Angular.
- Software Architecture Acumen: Strong understanding of software architecture principles and patterns, with practical experience in microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native development.
- Analytical Skills: Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex systems and propose solutions.
- Communication Skills: Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of articulating technical concepts to diverse audiences.
As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, you must have the valid right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. You must be a resident in the UK and have been living continuously in the UK for the last 10 years. You must be able to hold or gain a UK government security clearance.
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
- Testing and DevOps: Experience with Cypress testing and familiarity with openshift containers (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes).
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with IaC tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
- Data Engineering: Knowledge of data engineering and experience with big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka.
- CI/CD and Automation: Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation, using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or CircleCI.
Application Engineer
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Applications Engineer – Instrumentation Industry - Coventry
A leading innovator in the instrumentation sector is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join its skilled technical team. The company designs and manufactures precision equipment used across global industries, with a focus on quality, accuracy, and performance.
Location: Coventry (with overseas travel)
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 7:30am – 4:00pm; Friday, 7:30am – 3:00pm
The Role
This is a hands-on engineering role requiring strong expertise in CNC programming and machine setup (3–5 axis, Siemens controls preferred). You’ll play a key part in developing, testing, and optimising manufacturing processes, supporting both internal teams and global customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and modify CNC programs (primarily Siemens 840).
- Machine, grind, and inspect precision components to specification.
- Optimise machining cycles and implement process improvements.
- Conduct full functional testing of machines before customer delivery.
- Prepare and install equipment at customer sites worldwide.
- Deliver operator and maintenance training to customers.
- Provide ongoing technical support and input to product development.
- Assist the sales team with technical insights, tooling, and time studies.
About You
You are a motivated and adaptable engineer with strong communication skills and a passion for precision manufacturing. You take a structured, safety-conscious approach to your work and thrive in customer-facing situations.
Requirements
- Proven experience in CNC programming and setting (Siemens preferred).
- Background in grinding or high-precision machining (threads, worms, gears advantageous).
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
- Willingness to travel internationally for installation and training.
- Competent in MS Office and report preparation.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical drawings (advantageous).
Join a company at the forefront of precision instrumentation and play a key role in delivering world-class engineering solutions to clients worldwide.
Application Tester
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We’re hiring: Application Tester (iOS or Android) — Join a team that ships delightful user experiences
Who we are We’re a fast-growing tech company building products that people love to use every day. We blend design, engineering, and data to turn complex problems into simple, magical experiences. If you’re excited about breaking things before users do and turning feedback into perfect software, you’ll fit right in.
What you’ll do
- Think like a user: design and execute test plans, test cases, and exploratory testing for iOS and/or Android apps
- Catch edge cases, regression bugs, performance hiccups, and accessibility gaps before they reach our customers
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define quality metrics and acceptance criteria
- Write clear, maintainable bug reports with steps to reproduce, expected vs. actual results, and impact
- Triage and prioritize defects, track status, and verify fixes
- Contribute to test automation strategy and, where possible, build/maintain automated tests
- Participate in release readiness activities: release notes, risk assessments, and sprint reviews
- Help shape QA processes, promote quality culture, and share learnings with the team
What we’re looking for
- Experience testing mobile apps on iOS and/or Android (hands-on in a product/web/mobile app environment)
- Strong eye for detail and a user-centric mindset
- Familiarity with agile methodologies, JIRA/issue tracking, and test case management
- Ability to write clear, reproducible bug reports and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Optional but nice-to-have: basic automation scripting, API testing, performance testing, accessibility testing
- Bonus: knowledge of mobile devices, OS versions, and real-device testing vs. emulators/simulators
What you’ll bring
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for quality
- Curiosity, initiative, and a bias for action
- Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment
- Excellent documentation and organizational skills
Why you’ll love working here
- Impact: your work directly influences user happiness and product success
- Growth: learning budget, mentorship, and opportunities to level up testing and automation
- Culture: inclusive, transparent, and focused on experimentation and iteration
- Perks: flexible hybrid/remote options, competitive compensation, health benefits, and wellness stipends
- Tech you’ll touch: modern mobile stacks, cloud services, and a culture that values experimentation
Role details
- Location: Remote or Hybrid (your preferred timezone)
- Type: Full-time
- Reports to: QA Lead / Head of Engineering (depends on team)
- Start date: ASAP
How to apply
- Send your resume and a brief note on a cool testing experience you’re proud of
- If you have a test artifact (bug report, test plan, or a short demo), feel free to share
- Include your preferred work setup, location, and if you’re targeting iOS, Android, or both
Want to learn more or chat about the role? Reach out directly or apply via LinkedIn. We can’t wait to see how you’ll help us ship quality, delightful apps that users love.
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Application Tester
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We’re hiring: Application Tester (iOS or Android) — Join a team that ships delightful user experiences
Who we are We’re a fast-growing tech company building products that people love to use every day. We blend design, engineering, and data to turn complex problems into simple, magical experiences. If you’re excited about breaking things before users do and turning feedback into perfect software, you’ll fit right in.
What you’ll do
- Think like a user: design and execute test plans, test cases, and exploratory testing for iOS and/or Android apps
- Catch edge cases, regression bugs, performance hiccups, and accessibility gaps before they reach our customers
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define quality metrics and acceptance criteria
- Write clear, maintainable bug reports with steps to reproduce, expected vs. actual results, and impact
- Triage and prioritize defects, track status, and verify fixes
- Contribute to test automation strategy and, where possible, build/maintain automated tests
- Participate in release readiness activities: release notes, risk assessments, and sprint reviews
- Help shape QA processes, promote quality culture, and share learnings with the team
What we’re looking for
- Experience testing mobile apps on iOS and/or Android (hands-on in a product/web/mobile app environment)
- Strong eye for detail and a user-centric mindset
- Familiarity with agile methodologies, JIRA/issue tracking, and test case management
- Ability to write clear, reproducible bug reports and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Optional but nice-to-have: basic automation scripting, API testing, performance testing, accessibility testing
- Bonus: knowledge of mobile devices, OS versions, and real-device testing vs. emulators/simulators
What you’ll bring
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for quality
- Curiosity, initiative, and a bias for action
- Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment
- Excellent documentation and organizational skills
Why you’ll love working here
- Impact: your work directly influences user happiness and product success
- Growth: learning budget, mentorship, and opportunities to level up testing and automation
- Culture: inclusive, transparent, and focused on experimentation and iteration
- Perks: flexible hybrid/remote options, competitive compensation, health benefits, and wellness stipends
- Tech you’ll touch: modern mobile stacks, cloud services, and a culture that values experimentation
Role details
- Location: Remote or Hybrid (your preferred timezone)
- Type: Full-time
- Reports to: QA Lead / Head of Engineering (depends on team)
- Start date: ASAP
How to apply
- Send your resume and a brief note on a cool testing experience you’re proud of
- If you have a test artifact (bug report, test plan, or a short demo), feel free to share
- Include your preferred work setup, location, and if you’re targeting iOS, Android, or both
Want to learn more or chat about the role? Reach out directly or apply via LinkedIn. We can’t wait to see how you’ll help us ship quality, delightful apps that users love.
#Hiring #QA #MobileTesting #iOS #Android #QualityAssurance #TechJobs #JoinUs
Application Engineer
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What You’ll Do
As an Optical Application Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Sales Organization and will be responsible for providing technical leadership, market intelligence and competitive analysis to enhance the Sales Organization’s ability to compete in existing and emerging markets. You will assist driving the sales process on the technical side in conjunction with the Regional or Channels Sales Managers, as well as actively identifying Sales opportunities. You will work along colleagues throughout the sales process providing best in class expertise to EXFO customers and within EXFO. You will share the business goals of the Sales Organization and play a critical role in liaising and channel technology and industry intelligence to the Product Marketing team.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a technically strong, customer-focused individual who thrives in a dynamic sales environment. You should be able to articulate complex solutions clearly and confidently, build credibility with customers, and maintain a keen understanding of the competitive landscape.
You’ll develop and leverage your expertise to become a product champion, supporting sales initiatives and identifying growth opportunities in your assigned region. Your insights and leadership will be critical in ensuring the Sales Organization is well-equipped to compete and succeed in both existing and emerging markets.
Role Will Require You To
- Have Fibre Optic domain knowledge - background in Fibre Optical area is highly desirable
- Develop deep knowledge of EXFO Fiber-Optic Test & Measurement Portfolio, and technology, including, but not limited to:
- Light Source – Power Meter Fibre link loss budget testing
- OTDR Theory and Usage
- ORL testing
- Experience in Ethernet testing beneficial
- Have Programming skills such as Python for Tools Automation and Integration – advantageous, but not mandatory.
- Develop skills to provide pre-sales technical expertise by creating and delivering compelling pre-sales presentations
- Provide Sales Support by learning the products, identifying product applications and by studying and disseminating market trend information.
- Assess potentially new and existing applications of EXFO products to meet customer needs, ensuring sales and sales management teams are kept up to date on the progress of sales opportunities and product applications.
- Provide follow-up sales support by disseminating technical information on specific applications within EXFO sales team and with customers.
- Implement product evaluation support, customer training sessions as well as post sale support when high level expertise is required.
- Support trade shows, conferences, seminars and other marketing events.
- Take the lead with the technical requirements for RFQ, RFP and RFIs.
- Prepare reports, as required by the management team
- Articulated, able to communicate and interact with team members and customer at different levels
- Self starter, autonomous and well organized
- Possess drive, motivation and acute attention to detail ensuring Technical aspects of sales opportunities are captured and explored
- Highly self-motivated and results-oriented
Education: Bachelor's degree in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or other related technical major preferred.
Alternatively, track record and experience in the industry will also be considered
Language requirements: Fluent in English. German, French, Italian would be beneficial but not mandatory.
Other : Willing and able to travel extensively in UK and sometimes in EU (50% - 70% of the time)
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Applications Engineer / Technologist - Slough - Permanent
My client, a market leader within their sector are looking to recruit an Application Engineer/Technologist. The role can be described as follows:
Purpose of the role:
The Applications Technologist advances both existing and new applications of our equipment to solve customer problems and accelerate adoption. The role spans research and literature reviews; managing and performing on‑site practical studies with partners worldwide; and running computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to optimize system performance. It also carries a commercial remit: disseminating technical and commercial insights, helping to prioritize where we invest time and resources, and identifying new application opportunities and market segments that will create the greatest customer and business impact.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and refine applications for UV equipment across a range of use cases
- Conduct research and literature reviews to inform application development.
- Perform CFD simulations using ANSYS to evaluate and optimize system performance.
- Lead and execute practical on-site studies in collaboration with global partners.
- Collect, analyze, and present data from trials and modeling activities.
- Develop tools and guidance to support product sizing and specification.
- Identify emerging application opportunities and contribute to investment prioritization.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, customer-focused language.
- Support the creation of technical and commercial materials for both internal and external audiences.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, commercial, and product teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Candidate requirements:
- Degree or PhD in engineering, physics, or related field.
- Experience with computer-based modelling (CFD, MATLAB, Python).
- Skilled in research and literature review, combining public and internal data.
- Excellent with data: analysis, interpretation, and clear presentation of results.
- Product management exposure with commercial awareness.
- Strong communicator; can simplify complex technology for any audience.
- Ability to manage and perform practical on-site studies.
- Collaborative and customer-focused mindset.
Preferred:
- Project management experience.
- CFD using ANSYS tools.
- Familiar with photobiological and photochemical processes.
- Scripting for data processing and automation.
If this exciting opportunity could be of interest - please contact me ASAP. Interviews can be arranged on short notice.
Application Engineer
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Insight Global is looking for an Application Engineer to join one of their largest manufacturing clients for a full time role.
This role is a vital addition to the Application Engineering team to help support the future growth strategy of the UK & Ireland Sales Company by providing technical support with both existing and new business opportunities with a focus on mobile systems, electrification and Hydrogen technologies. Regularly visiting customers and accompanying account managers to assess customer requirements. Then provide a technical interface between the customer, the sales teams and divisions as well as assist with preparing customer quotations. You will be working closely with account managers to identify future potential opportunities and providing front line technical support to field sales presenting proposals to customers by designing systems and sub-systems in line with customer requirements. You will maintain an up-to-date knowledge of products and technology within the fluid power industry while throughout following Parker Corporate policies and procedures.
Application Engineer
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EXFO develops smarter network test, monitoring and analytics solutions for the world’s leading telecommunications service providers, network equipment manufacturers and webscale companies—and we love what we do! With nearly 1,900 employees in more than 25 countries, EXFO is no. 1 worldwide in fiber optic test solutions and has the largest active assurance deployment. Our broad portfolio of intelligent hardware and software solutions enable our customer’s network transformations related to fiber, 5G, virtualization and big data analytics. We’re always looking for top talent to help us lead the way in a thriving industry with boundless opportunities.
What you’ll do
As an Optical Application Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Sales Organization and will be responsible for providing technical leadership, market intelligence and competitive analysis to enhance the Sales Organization’s ability to compete in existing and emerging markets. You will assist driving the sales process on the technical side in conjunction with the Regional or Channels Sales Managers, as well as actively identifying Sales opportunities. You will work along colleagues throughout the sales process providing best in class expertise to EXFO customers and within EXFO. You will share the business goals of the Sales Organization and play a critical role in liaising and channel technology and industry intelligence to the Product Marketing team.
What we’re looking for
We are seeking a technically strong, customer-focused individual who thrives in a dynamic sales environment. You should be able to articulate complex solutions clearly and confidently, build credibility with customers, and maintain a keen understanding of the competitive landscape.
You’ll develop and leverage your expertise to become a product champion, supporting sales initiatives and identifying growth opportunities in your assigned region. Your insights and leadership will be critical in ensuring the Sales Organization is well-equipped to compete and succeed in both existing and emerging markets.
Role will require you to:
- Have Fibre Optic domain knowledge - background in Fibre Optical area is highly desirable
- Develop deep knowledge of EXFO Fiber-Optic Test & Measurement Portfolio, and technology, including, but not limited to:
- Light Source – Power Meter Fibre link loss budget testing
- OTDR Theory and Usage
- ORL testing
- Experience in Ethernet testing beneficial
- Have Programming skills such as Python for Tools Automation and Integration – advantageous, but not mandatory.
- Develop skills to provide pre-sales technical expertise by creating and delivering compelling pre-sales presentations
- Provide Sales Support by learning the products, identifying product applications and by studying and disseminating market trend information.
- Assess potentially new and existing applications of EXFO products to meet customer needs, ensuring sales and sales management teams are kept up to date on the progress of sales opportunities and product applications.
- Provide follow-up sales support by disseminating technical information on specific applications within EXFO sales team and with customers.
- Implement product evaluation support, customer training sessions as well as post sale support when high level expertise is required.
- Support trade shows, conferences, seminars and other marketing events.
- Take the lead with the technical requirements for RFQ, RFP and RFIs.
- Prepare reports, as required by the management team
Required Skills and Aptitudes
- Articulated, able to communicate and interact with team members and customer at different levels
- Self starter, autonomous and well organized
- Possess drive, motivation and acute attention to detail ensuring Technical aspects of sales opportunities are captured and explored
- Highly self-motivated and results-oriented
Academic and Professional Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or other related technical major preferred.
Alternatively, track record and experience in the industry will also be considered
Language requirements: Fluent in English. German, French, Italian would be beneficial but not mandatory.
Other : Willing and able to travel extensively in UK and sometimes in EU (50% - 70% of the time)